The second line's equation was y = â2x + 3, and the line's slope was m = â2. In both cases, the number multiplied on the variable x was also the value of the slope for that line. This relationship always holds true: If the line's equation is in the form y=, then the number multiplied on x is the value of the slope m.
Cost 3. Bringing in additional help. If your parent needs help with personal care, the national median daily rate of a home health aide is about $127, according to the 2016 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. As you research caregiver options, ask about qualifications.
In home care can cost anywhere from $1,500 a month to $4,500 each month; and dementia care can cost even more. Cost can also vary depending on room privacy. According to Genworth.com, a residential care home typically runs $2,200 a month for a shared bedroom and $3,400 a month for a private bedroom.